Living with chronic illness can seem like a big basket full of broken peices of our former life. Though we may logically believe that God has the whole world in His hands, sometimes it feels like He has tripped, hollering, "Oops!" as we are flung from His hands, and our lives shatter into pieces.

We look at the fragments of our former self, relationships, careers and dreams and wonder, "Where did I go wrong? Why did God allow this illness into my life? Will God ever heal me?"

So What Now?

You weren't dropped. Okay, so you may feel like a broken pot, but God is taking you off that discount-shelf-life and transforming you into something noble: a mosaic! In "Mosaic Moments" Lisa Copen, founder of Rest Ministries, and more than 20 contributors will journey with you through putting the pieces back together. If you feel like chronic illness is crushing your spirit or you just want a friend for this unexpected path, you'll find hope and understanding within these devotionals from those who understand chronic illness. They understand the pain of being a broken pot, but they also lead you toward finding the joy in becoming God's precious work of art.

This isn't a book full of fluff, with generalize chronic illness devotionals finished off with a pat answer. Instead, it comes straight from Lisa's journal of ten years of living with chronic illness--rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia. You'll read about the ups and downs of diagnosis, illness treatment, unexpected side effects, and surprise blessings. And all of these events carry a ton of emotions with them-- some easy to understand, but others that even the strongest of those in their faith grapple with. Thousands of people love the daily devotionals sent via email from Rest Ministries Chronic Illness Pain Support. Now keep this special book filled with devotionals for your bedside table with over twenty contributors.

Lisa shares. . . "I wrote this book because I wanted people to have a 'real' and 'raw' expression of what it's like to live with chronic illness, but also know the Lord. Pain is never easy--and this book doesn't say it is--but it's certainly better when one has someone to comfort them in the darkest moments."

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Editorial Reviews

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"There are times when chronic illness threatens to steal something new from every area of life. It is then that Rest Ministries has proven to be my lifeline, their daily devotionals I receive via e-mail providing manna for the moment. Mosaic Moments has stocked that manna in a single comforting compilation. A virtual cupboard brimming with heart-to-heart stories grounded in Biblical truth, it is written by real people in the trenches of chronic illness-people who deal with the very issues I face each day as I live with chronic pain caused by neurofibromatosis. I finished each serving not simply fulfilled, but encouraged to go on. Mosaic Moments is truly heaven's Chicken Soup for the Chronically Ill Soul." ----Roberta Messner, Ph.D., R.N., author of numerous medical and inspirational articles on living with chronic pain; co-contributor to Guideposts and Daily Guideposts

"The best, most poignant resource I have read... fills a big need for those who live with pain and limitations." ----Aubrey Beauchamp R.N., USA Hospital Christian Fellowship

I am so thankful to be able to offer Mosaic Moments as a resource to those who struggle with chronic pain and illness. Rarely are there words to convey my heartfelt concerns for suffering. With Mosaic Moments I am able to share a spiritual cup of cold water. It offers words of loving and caring I believe Jesus Himself would share." --Julie Russell, R.N., Parish Nurse, Stephen Minister

" These devotions are not empty morsels promising nutrition, but real meat from the Life Giver Himself for those so desperately needing spiritual sustenance. May God bless your work." ----Darlene K. Hanson, Librarian for Polio Experience Network and a Horizon Hospice volunteer

About the Author

Lisa Copen is the founder and director of Rest Ministries, a Christian organization that serves millions of people who live with chronic illness. Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in 1993, and later fibromyalgia, she has found God's purpose in reaching out to others who live with daily pain.

Lisa has authored various books for people who live with chronic illness, including "Why Can't I Make People Understand? Discovering the Validation Those With Chronic Illness Seek and Why" and "How to Start a Chronic Illness Small Group Ministry."

Her work has been published in magazines and other books.

She is the founder of National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week and an uplifting speaker at conferences and other events.

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This book has accompanied me through some of my most challenging days and hospital visits as I live daily with chronic pain/illness. I can't emphasize enough how much comfort I have found in the beautiful words of others who really truly "get it" and have walked similar roads as I. Each "devotion" is full of wisdom, empathy, and a reminder that God is in control and with me, even in the darkest days. I've taken this book everywhere, underlined many passages, written notes in the margins, and referred to some of my favorites when the going gets rough. This is an excellent book for any battling chronic pain and/or illness, or for their friends and family who may be looking for some insight or comfort themselves. Highly, highly recommend.

Chronic pain is really difficult to deal with, and is also difficult to address in our friends and loved ones when we haven't a clue what they are going through. This book deals with the issue of pain from a Christian perspective by offering hope to those who suffer with chronic pain, and wonderful suggestions to those of us who know others who are suffering. The experiences chronicled in the book are honest and real...Nothing petty or trite here. Just what I needed.

Hi Lisa, Thank you so very much for writing "Mosaic Moments." I've had the book for quite awhile now and it has meant so much to me. I was discharged from the hospital last Friday after spending 12 days there with acute renal failure, congestive heart failure, severe bradycardia,severe hypotension, severe anemia requiring 2 units of packed cells, and other issues. It is only by the grace of God through the prayers of friends that I am alive today. I keep a "hospital bag" packed since I never know when we'll have to rush over there. Before we left, I made sure that I packed "Mosaic Moments" in my bag and I can never verbalize what it did for me,Lisa! Your loving words and encouraging scriptures got me through some terrifying times. I was also able to share it with many nurses and it touched their lives,too. Thank you for allowing God to work through you and your gift of writing. I can't imagine not receiving that comfort and peace from your book and my Bible! I wish there was some way that hospital chaplains could be made aware of your Rest Ministries website and the access to your many books. Most hospitals have free wi-fi now and many people bring thier laptops with them. It sure would be a wonderful way to lead people to Jesus Christ while giving patients something positive and encouraging to occupy their time. Just an idea.

When I was on vacation last week I was having some very difficult moments I was so grateful to have my kindle and my downladed copy of "Mosaic Moments"!! It literally got me through the evening (tears, pain, and all) at one point! I am grateful to the author for such an honest and heartfelt devotional. It was so meaningful to me that someone understood and could help me bring my focus back to the Lord despite my pain and disappointments. I highly recommend this book regardless of what painful circumstances you may be facing. Despite Lisa's own painful experiences with chronic illness her words weave her love for the Lord Jesus throughout the book and helps the suffering one re-direct her eyes back to the One who understands.